Data collected from a curriculum-based assessment can provide what type of support for a student?

The selection of information to support a referral to special education is essential because curriculum-based assessments are designed to evaluate a student's academic performance in relation to their peers. These assessments provide measurable data that can indicate whether a student is struggling significantly in key academic areas, thereby warranting further consideration for special education services.

Such data allows educators and professionals to identify specific learning deficits or areas where the student’s performance may differ notably from expected benchmarks. This information is critical in determining eligibility for special education, as it contributes to a comprehensive understanding of the student's needs and informs the development of an appropriate intervention strategy.

In contrast, while behaviors and personal interests are important for various forms of support—such as behavior intervention plans or engagement strategies—these options do not directly relate to the process of determining special education referrals based on academic performance. Similarly, while curriculum-based assessments may touch on social skills indirectly, their primary function is to assess academic abilities rather than provide detailed insight into social development or personal interests.